How many recalls does The Barnicle have?

The Barnicle has 23 federal recalls on record as of April 2026. Common models affected include the 33.

How do I check a The Barnicle boat's history?

Enter the boat's 12-character HIN on HullScore.com. The Barnicle HINs start with PJY. A free preview shows basic decode info. A Title Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

What are common issues with The Barnicle boats?

The Barnicle has 23 recalls on file. With 0 USCG-reported accidents, the most common contributing factors are machinery failure and machinery failure. Run a HIN check for vessel-specific history.

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The Barnicle

The Barnicle is a boat manufacturer registered with the U.S. Coast Guard. There are 23 federal recalls on file for The Barnicle vessels. Popular models include the 33, 299 V/os, 28cat.

Known for:models like the 33

Known Recalls

USCG Accidents

Registered Vessels

MIC Code

PJY

Popular The Barnicle Models

33(1)299 V/os(1)28cat(1)

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Check a The Barnicle Boat

The Barnicle HINs start with PJY. Enter any 12-character HIN for a free decode, or upgrade to a Title Report ($19) to check federal and commercial databases for stolen records, liens, salvage history, and more.

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The Barnicle Recalls (23)

26MF0078Jan 2026

218 units affected

25MF0125Jan 2025

VARIOUS PONTOON BOAT (2025)

50 units affected

22MF0624Jan 2022

5,713 units affected

12R4798SAug 2012

'HINCKLEY 37' DIESEL BOAT (2013)

LABEL; CERTIFICATION

110031TJul 2011

VOLVO 8.1L (2011)

ENGINE; GASOLINE

850 units affected

09R3332SJun 2009

"""PHANTOM"" 13'8"" OUTBOARD" (2009)

FLOTATION DATA

5 units affected

090008TMar 2009

3.0GXI GASOLINE MARINE ENGINES (2008)

FUEL SYSTEM

116 units affected

07R2402SSep 2007

SNEAKY PETE (2007)

ENGINE; GASOLINE

4 units affected

060095TNov 2006

GM 8.1 L ENGINE

ENGINE; GASOLINE

50 units affected

06R1569SAug 2006

304 INBOARD (2006)

VENTILATION

3 units affected

06R1566SAug 2006

33V INBOARD

FUEL SYSTEM

3 units affected

04R0145SSep 2004

19 FOOT BARRELBACK (2004)

BASIC FLOTATION

7 units affected

04R0078SAug 2004

TORNADO-SAILING CATAMRAN W/O MTR

HULL ID NUMBER

1 units affected

001020SJan 2002

KEN 14 (2001)

SAFE LOADING MAX WT

1 units affected

01R0001SMay 2001

13 FOOT ROWBOAT

CAPACITY MARKING - NONE

35 units affected

Showing 15 of 23 recalls. Run a HIN check to see recalls specific to your vessel.

How to Identify a The Barnicle HIN

Every The Barnicle boat manufactured or imported into the U.S. after 1972 has a 12-character Hull Identification Number (HIN) stamped on the transom. The Barnicle HINs begin with the manufacturer code PJY.

PJYXXXXXXXXX

MIC codeSerialMonthYear

About The Barnicle

The Barnicle is a boat manufacturer tracked by the U.S. Coast Guard under MIC code PJY. HullScore tracks 0 The Barnicle vessels in our database, along with 23 manufacturer recalls and 0 USCG-reported boating accidents.

The most commonly registered The Barnicle models include the 33, 299 V/os, 28cat.

Before purchasing a used The Barnicle, we recommend running a boat history report. A HullScore Boat History Report ($19) checks federal and commercial databases for stolen vessel records, maritime liens, salvage history, accidents, casualties, recalls, and USCG documentation status.